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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Aaron Jones vs Jordan MasonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.7 PPG to Jordan Mason's 7.6 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Aaron Jones is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Aaron Jones edges Jordan Mason by 1.1 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Aaron Jones goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBMinnesota Vikings#34PPG LEADER

Aaron Jones

PPG

8.7

Games

Rush Yds

548

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

199

Bye

Week 6

RBMinnesota Vikings#42

Jordan Mason

PPG

7.6

Games

Rush Yds

758

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Aaron Jones

Jordan Mason

Head to Head

8.7 PPG7.6 PPG

12 GP16 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Aaron Jones: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) RB (ranked #34 at the position). Jordan Mason: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #42 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Aaron Jones is producing at 40% of elite pace and Jordan Mason at 35%. That ranking gap means Aaron Jones carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Aaron Jones vs Jordan Mason: The Full Breakdown

The gap between Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 1.1 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 PPG with the Minnesota Vikings across 12 games, and Jordan Mason posted 7.6 with the Minnesota Vikings in 16.

When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Aaron Jones ran for 548 yards and 2 touchdowns; Jordan Mason posted 758 and 6. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 6 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Aaron Jones (age 31, 8 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value. Jordan Mason (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•Aaron Jones outscored Jordan Mason by a projected 19 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jordan Mason played 16 games in 2025 compared to Aaron Jones's 12. That durability gap means Jordan Mason contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jordan Mason scored 6 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•Jordan Mason is 4 years younger than Aaron Jones (27 vs 31), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Aaron Jones vs Jordan Mason: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Aaron Jones	Jordan Mason
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.7	7.6
Games Played	12	16
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	104	122
Rushing Yards	548	758
Rush Yds/Game	45.7	47.4
Rushing TDs	2	6
Receptions	28	14
Receiving Yards	199	51
Targets	41	16
Total TDs	3	6
Age	31	27
Experience	8 yrs	3 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Aaron Jones holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.7 points per game. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Aaron Jones or Jordan Mason in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Aaron Jones has the edge at 8.7 PPG compared to Jordan Mason's 7.6 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason average in 2025?▾

Aaron Jones averaged 8.7 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 12 games in 2025. Jordan Mason averaged 7.6 PPG over 16 games. That is a difference of 1.1 points per game.

Do Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Aaron Jones or Jordan Mason a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Aaron Jones outscored Jordan Mason by 1.1 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.